Useful hints and tips...
Hints and tips...
As we expect participants from all over the world who will probably be in Salvador, Bahia and Brazil for their first time, we include some important hints and tips regarding security and safety for a better joyful stay in our city.
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About security and safety... Information provided by the Department of Public Safety. |
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| Bahia Military Police | 190 | |
| Fire Department | 193 | |
| Military Police Fire Department | 118 | |
| Civil Police | 197 | |
| SAMU – Medical emergency ambulance | 192 | |
| Civil Defense | 199 | |
| Traffic emergency and accidents | (71) 3172-8601 | |
| Disk Labour and Delivery Hospital | 0800-714-0000 | |
| Tourist Protection Police Department (DELTUR) | (71) 3116-6817 | |
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... on the Taxi Be aware that Salvador taxi drivers think they are competing for spots on a Formula 1 racing team. They will certainly get you where you want to and quicker than the bus! However, be prepared to haggle with taxi drivers who refuse to use the meter although they are required to. Taximeters always tell you exactly how much you need to pay in local currency (Real - R$). |
... on the bus On the bus it is worth knowing that there is there tradition in Bahia that seated passengers offer to hold bags for passengers who are standing. Thus, do not be scared if someone gestures toward your bag and offers to put it on her/his lap. |
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Currency exchange Neither banks nor street dealers (so-called doleiros) offer favourable exchange rates. One normally gets the best currency exchange rates by withdrawing money at ATM cashpoints. ATM machines are conveniently located in areas frequented by visitors from which international transactions may be easily handled. All major credit cards and bank debit cards (such as Maestro) are accepted. |
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